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The Inner Loop™ Library

Discover the latest insights, innovations, and success stories in the world of reusable transport packaging. From sustainability strategies to industry trends and practical tools, the Inner Loop Library is your go-to resource for reducing waste and rethinking logistics. Join us as we explore how reuse is shaping a cleaner, more efficient future.

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March 28, 2011

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Following ongoing rumors that Bob Moore would be or had been replaced as CEO of iGPS, the Pegasus Capital Advisors website is now reporting that Steve Marton of Pegasus is currently serving as interim Chief Executive Officer of iGPS, as reported last week in the Pallet Profile Weekly. Moore is still listed as Chairman of the Board.

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March 28, 2011

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Australian logistics firm Brambles Ltd has announced that it has received final approval from the United States authorities to proceed with its A$1.24-billion acquisition of plastic container pooling service IFCO Systems NV.

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March 25, 2011

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Arlington, VA March 25, 2011 The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) today announced that Amatech/Polycel, Inc., of Erie, PA has become its newest member company. Amatech/Polycel manufactures custom-designed, reusable, collapsible corrugated…

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March 21, 2011

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WASHINGTON — Food, beverage and consumer products manufacturers anticipate that they will eliminate four billion pounds of packaging waste nationwide between 2005 and 2020, according to survey research announced today by the Grocery Manufacturers Association here.

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March 18, 2011

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Demand for rigid bulk packaging is projected to reach US$6.7 bln in 2015, as per Reportlinker. Increases will accelerate from the performance of the 2005-2010 period, reflecting improved manufacturing output as the US economy rebounds from the recession that began in December 2007.

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March 15, 2011

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RPA committees are very busy on a number of projects designed to add value to our association. Some of these projects are ongoing activities and some are special projects that are designed to allow working teams to come together and complete tasks in a shorter timeframe. Following is a summary of committee activities:

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March 15, 2011

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Within just a few short months, we have almost sold out our allotted space in the RPA Reusable Packaging Pavilion for PACK EXPO, Las Vegas. This year’s Pavilion will be even larger and more impactful than our exhibit in 2010, which was a huge success by all accounts. Participating members reported that they had increased traffic and visibility by being a member of the Pavilion.

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March 15, 2011

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RPA’s newest members in 2011 include: Monoflo International; Fitzmark, Inc, Lomold USA, Millwood, Inc., Polymer Solutions Inc., Anwood Logistics Systems Company Ltd (ALSCO), Coroplast, Inc., Wave Reaction and Amatech/Polycel, Inc. “The addition of these respected companies is a great start for membership for 2011,” says Jerry Welcome, President, RPA. “We look forward to them sharing their insights and experiences with the RPA membership.”

RPA is beginning a new monthly series of guest interviews with top industry executives from RPA member companies to discuss their insights and perspectives on the reusable packaging industry and the role of RPA in today’s reusable business. Our first guest interview is with Mike Hachtman, Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development at IFCO SYSTEMS N.A., INC. in Houston, TX.

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March 10, 2011

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The Arizona legislature passed House Bill 2168, last week and is awaiting action in the Senate. HB 2168 would require companies buying more than 10 plastic or wood bulk-merchandise containers to record the name, addresses and telephone number of the seller, a description of the purchase and the license-plate number of the vehicle used to deliver the containers. Companies would also have to confirm the identity of the seller with a government-issued ID.